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Old Aug 28, 2022 | 02:24 AM
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Have any of you changed to LED headlights? I have a '78 and was wondering if they would work well. Thank you.
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Old Aug 28, 2022 | 04:49 AM
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Another member did a detailed study of all the new style headlights and even took pictures at night of the different light patterens and brightness.

You really need to do a forum search in the General C3 Forum AND in the C3 Tech. Forum. The info some of those manufactureres state on their products is not accurate.
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Old Aug 28, 2022 | 05:09 AM
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Although I am not interested in spending big bucks on LED headlights, I rarely go out after dark nowadays.
I have read numerous threads on this very forum about LED headlights, a lot of pros and cons. Another words, mixed results.
Bottom line, some fit perfect. Some require modifications.
Some really light up the road.
I guess I am trying to say. Do your homework.
Then spend A LOT of money.
Then you will have brighter headlights
Make certain you upgrade your headlight wiring with relays.
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A member on the C-2 side installed a Holley LED system with great results. I kid you not, it cost about $800 for all four bulbs. Jerry
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I installed halogens, very easy and brightened things up fine for me
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